Anyone Buying the 2016 NSX?

Don't like it, I prefer the original NSX.

 

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The reviews I have read aren't very impressive.

The photos haven't done a whole lot for me.

But I look forward to seeing one in person.

 

no one seems to like it and i dont know why.

ive seen it in person and its a beauty. better looking than new r8 and 570s that were parked right next to it. and it has most of the tech from the $1m 918. and its a great performer when ordered with summer tires and put in race mode. thats true for all cars.

sounds like a winner to me and that comes from someone who never liked the original ones

 

I like it too!! im just wondering if it needs another 100HP to really swing over the critics.

 

isnt it already 600 hp? i dont think anyone is expecting 700 hp at that price point. f12 is $400k for that kind of power. its just weird how so many people love the 918 at a million and hate this under $200k. other than the 918 targa top, they are very similar to me

 

it has 560 hp (total, gas and electric).... im just saying.... Corvette Z06, Audi R8's all above 600HP. I just think the 600+ hp is the sweet spot for todays super car market.

just my Opinion... my normally aspirated 4 year old R8 GT has 560hp, id expect the latest generation gas/electric to push way past that.

 

I agree. Even then it will be at a disadvantage as it weights 3800 lbs. Where it is now, 500 hp with the extra electric motors to both front wheels and the single electric motor to the rear wheels gives a total of 560 hp. Giving away a lot of HP and weight.

I was interested in one as I like the looks and the tech is interesting. Probably more than enough power for the road. Talked to my closest accura dealer. Would be 3rd or 4th on their list and they are getting 2 allocations this year. they have no idea if or when they would get more. They wanted a $5000.00 deposit and would charge a premium over MSRP ($5-10,000.00, a bit vague on this point).

I think I will keep my McLaren.

 

from all the negative feedback in media and forums, I imaging they will be unloading unsold ones for huge discounts in near future. hope no one fall for the over msrp bs on this one.

 

The article I read said its to much like an Accord.

 

I think they missed the boat. Everyone loves and respects the original. It's as if they forgot every reason why when making this car. Too much technology, not enough driving pleasure. From what I hear the bizarre electric motor system actually gets in the way of it's handling. You could never say that "engineering" hurt the original's handling.

I've seen it in person. It's not a looker. It does not gather crowds. It's not ugly (although the front grill is too much Acura) but it's not "breathtaking" either. It's like I've seen some of this from Audi, some from McLaren, some from Lambo.

The first one really took people's breath away and directly hit Ferrari styling-wise. It showed Ferrari how it should be done.

My guess is:

1) Too many cooks spoil the broth.
2) Three years of Honda talking about it have bored us all now that it's almost here.

 

The difference is that the Porsche overcomes the weight of the additional hybrid "stuff" with enough power to make it entertaining. Crushing the throttle of a 918 pointed down a straight is otherworldy... Around corners it can still holds its own because of the amazing amount of engineering and high spec materials that keep everything in check.

The original cars weren't amazing performers in outright numbers, there was generally something faster from the competitors over its long lifecycle but... It was incredibly satisfying to drive. Not really when you were just putting around, because it felt so refined and tame, like an Accord maybe. The harder you pushed it though, the more it would come together and feel so right. I was seriously underwhelmed when I first drove one through town and traffic. Once I got out to a twisty road and drove it with a little angst, it was really just amazing.

I haven't driven the new one but I don't think its going to have enough power to make it a super performer and the symbiotic relationship between driver and car will not have the same satisfying results because of all the electronic nannies put in between the driver and the complex powertrain. I may be wrong but after reading the reviews I don't think so.

 

well i would say Porsche did just a little bit better than 'entertaining'. 918 is arguable best performing car of all time. I don't think nsx has to compare to that but they did make an approximate the mere working wealthy can aspire to.

 

Too pricey. I'm passing.

 

Seriously the Mac 570s is 1000% more interesting and exciting.

 

I would buy one.

 

I have a 1991 (before it was Americanized) and your statement hit it on the nose.

 

We may be looking at the next Viper......DOA on arrival.

I care about the looks, sounds, and handling when it comes to sportscars.

I don't want a bunch of technological gadgets and driver aids.

Honestly,in the price range WHO is going to buy this bloated tech laden monstrosity?

 

can you explain why the porsche 918 is revered with the same exact tech concept as nsx which is being trashed? serious question i would like answer to

 

918 is lighter (somewhat) with ALOT more power in a very attractive exterior from a company with a long and recent history of world class sportscars.

Honda has none of these things.

They would have been better off building a light track car to compete with GT3s

Truthfully, I'm not interested in 918s technology either....would rather have a CGT, but at least Porsche did it right and can compete in their market segment, do not see Honda doing that in a very competitive area.

 

all true but Porsche made a very limited edition million dollar hypercar. nsx is the production, normal version.

 

Exactly

 

Aside from the buyers who will pay a premium over MSRP for the first examples on the road, I'm concerned that the car might be hitting just as the next economic downturn begins. Ferrari is already experiencing a slowdown in sales. The purpose of canceling the previous NSX program in 2005 was to avoid a soft market. Looks like Acura is too slow this time around- should have zigged when they should have zagged.

 

Honda needs and can afford to produce a flagship even if it is not a sales success. it will bring some much needed excitement to what has become a boring car company. They are also releasing a turbocharged Civic type R with 300hp

 

True Dat about Honda becoming boring! Where are the new Del Sols, S 2000s, etc? I also tend to agree that the new NSX is too much science fair project and not enough sports car.